Endoscope Technician I

Job description

**Working Location: Santiago, Chile**

**Workplace Flexibility: Onsite**

**_For over 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling._**

We live each day by our philosophy, _True to Life_ , developing medical technologies and improving the quality of patient care so that people everywhere can pursue their wishes, dreams, and lives.

Our five core values empower us to achieve our purpose:

**Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy.**

Learn more about Life at Olympus: https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers .

**Job Description**

Every Endoscope Technician must understand and accept the responsibility to ensure the safety of all Olympus products that are repaired, by following established processes and procedures.

Under direction of the Production Supervisor, the Technician shall evaluate, troubleshoot, disassembly, assemble, repair and/or inspect Endoscopes to assure proper function.

Uses a variety of small hand tools and test equipment to make repairs and facilitate disassembly and reassembly.

Completes and maintains accurate service records both electronically and manually.

Ensures that safe work practices are employed by observing guidelines established or enforced by Olympus.

May be assigned to support business needs by working in other areas outside their primary responsibility.

Proactively participates in the quality systems, quality improvement and “5S” programs as directed by the Production Supervisor.

Maintains confidentiality of documents and processes.

The Technician must accomplish these objectives while maintaining a clean, well-organized work environment.

The Technician will be expected to maintain acceptable standards for attendance and punctuality, and as a condition of employment, work overtime as needed.

All Technicians must have sufficient manual dexterity with small hand tools (such as screwdrivers, electric screwdrivers, pliers, tweezers); experience or ability to work with microscopes, test equipment (such as light sources, video processors, mega ohm testers) and hand soldering, where applicable; good communication skills (both verbal and written); the ability to read and follow manuals, work instructions, job standards and related information; possess basic computer skills (including keyboard and mouse skills); and must be customer focused/oriented.

**Job Duties**

+ SKILL: The Endoscope Technician I applies acquired job skills related to the repair and service of endoscopes.

This Technician must demonstrate the ability to maintain acceptable levels of quality and productivity as acquired thru technical training and demonstrated aptitude within a designated skill set.
+ JOB COMPLEXITY: Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature.
+ SUPERVISION: Normally follows established procedures on routine work; requires instructions only on new assignments.
+ Performs all other related duties as assigned.

**Job Qualifications**

**Required:**

+ High school diploma preferred or equivalent working knowledge and responsibilities.
+ Requires at least one year of experience utilizing hand tools/equipment in an (dis)assembly like environment and/or medical equipment repair experience or demonstrated ability to work in a repetitive, fast paced, quality oriented environment.

**Why join Olympus?**

We offer our employees a holistic experience that supports personal and professional well-being through meaningful work, equitable offerings, and a connected culture.

**Equitable offerings you can count on:**

+ Competitive salary, annual bonus
+ Comprehensive medical, dental, and life coverage
+ 15 paid holidays

**Connected culture you can embrace:**

+ A workplace culture that supports an employee-centered mindset
+ Paid volunteering and charitable donation/matching programs
+ Dedicated training resources and learning & development programs
+ Paid educational assistance

**Ready to be part of our team?**

Learn more about our benefits and incentives: https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers/benefits-perks .

At Olympus, we are committed to our goal of making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling.

As a global medical technology company, we collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver the best solutions and services for early detection, diagnosis, and minimally invasive treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes by advancing care in specific disease states.

For over 100 years, Olympus has strived to contribute to society by manufacturing products designed to deliver optimal results to customers around the world.

Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Olympus employs more than 31,000 people worldwide across nearly 40 countries and regions.

Olympus Corporation of the Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, is headquartered in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, USA, and employs over 5,200 people across North and South America.

For more information, visit www.olympusamerica.com .

We are deeply committed to fostering a respectful, fair, and welcoming workplace for all people, perspectives, and lifestyles.

We believe in promoting an inclusive, discrimination-free work environment where everyone feels they belong, in full compliance with legal standards.

Empathy and unity are fundamental to our company culture, empowering employees to contribute fully and thrive.

We warmly encourage all who wish to bring their talents to Olympus to apply.

**Olympus' policy is to extend equal employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship status, religious creed (including dress and grooming practices), age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental) and/or medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or service in the uniformed services, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.**

**Applicants with disabilities:**

Olympus is committed to ensuring our hiring process is accessible to all.

If you need accommodation to complete the application or hiring process, please contact Olympus via email at

**OCAAccommodations@olympus.com** .

If your disability prevents you from sending an email, you may call our HR Compliance Manager at **1-888-Olympus (1-888-659-6787)** .

Posting Notes: || Chile (CL) || Región Metropolitana de Santiago (CL-RM) || CONCHALI || Manufacturing & Repair

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